Alternatives to Alexandria futsal

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:There was an existing thread like 3 lines down that was already discussing this:

https://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/1152405.page

That thread was about futsal generally with some comments about this issue mixed in.

This thread is on-point for the specific topic being discussed: alternatives to Alexandria futsal now that they’ve moved to Maryland.

Also it’s worth it’s own thread, as the news about such an important change has not been adequately communicated to Alexandria parents — who may find their kid screwed out of a chance to play futsal this season if they only find out about their kids’ practices being moved to Maryland when TeamSnap gets updated with the practice schedule in late November.

That's fair. Not letting the parents know is unreal smh

I'm sure there's more info forthcoming. Putting it on Instagram is hardly keeping it a secret.

Where is it on instagram? I still can't find the info online. Can someone please provide an actual link? TIA!

Link was posted earlier in this thread. The info is on the website - not sure about Insta.

https://alexandria-soccer.org/programs/futsal/academy-futsal/

[Anonymous]

Its completely insane to expect Alexandria families to go all the way out there for futsal.

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I just checked, right now, its 45 minutes one way from my house to there. Hard PASS. What a dumb idea.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:With Alexandria moving their futsal program to Maryland, can anyone recommend other strong futsal programs in Northern Virginia?

Maybe use this as an opportunity for you kid to try another sport? Year round sports are really hard on knees and ankles.

[Anonymous]

Arlington seems to be working on building a stronger futsal program this year. They may be another alternative for those who can’t make the travel to Maryland for Alexandria’s futsal program.

http://arlingtonsoccer.com/programs/other-programs/futsal/

[Anonymous]

St James has a futsal program too

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Anonymous wrote:St James has a futsal program too

They do and it's terrible. BTDT.

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TSJ Futsal is awful. One coach there (anyone who has played against him or spent anytime in TSJ facility knows who this is) is a colossal jerk. Shouts & yells at players during matches and only plays strongest players in tight matches in order to win. With Alexandria making a bizarre & costly decision to move their training to a facility in Maryland in not a great neighborhood, program that stands to gain the most is Arlington. Program brought in Sasha Filipi, currently assistant coach of USMNT & USWNT futsal teams, to help with the program. Expanding to all age groups this winter. Seems like a futsal program on the rise.

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Anonymous wrote:TSJ Futsal is awful. One coach there (anyone who has played against him or spent anytime in TSJ facility knows who this is) is a colossal jerk. Shouts & yells at players during matches and only plays strongest players in tight matches in order to win. With Alexandria making a bizarre & costly decision to move their training to a facility in Maryland in not a great neighborhood, program that stands to gain the most is Arlington. Program brought in Sasha Filipi, currently assistant coach of USMNT & USWNT futsal teams, to help with the program. Expanding to all age groups this winter. Seems like a futsal program on the rise.

Thanks Arlington Social media rep

[Anonymous]

My kid loved STJ futsal last year. They practice 2x a week. Games on weekends. The tournaments were a little disorganized and some they promised didn't happen because of that. But the actual games days at STJ or NZone were very organized.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My kid loved STJ futsal last year. They practice 2x a week. Games on weekends. The tournaments were a little disorganized and some they promised didn't happen because of that. But the actual games days at STJ or NZone were very organized.

Same with my kid. Accurate description.

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Anonymous wrote:St James has a futsal program too

Do you have a link? I can’t seem to find it for futsal.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:TSJ Futsal is awful. One coach there (anyone who has played against him or spent anytime in TSJ facility knows who this is) is a colossal jerk. Shouts & yells at players during matches and only plays strongest players in tight matches in order to win. With Alexandria making a bizarre & costly decision to move their training to a facility in Maryland in not a great neighborhood, program that stands to gain the most is Arlington. Program brought in Sasha Filipi, currently assistant coach of USMNT & USWNT futsal teams, to help with the program. Expanding to all age groups this winter. Seems like a futsal program on the rise.

Thanks Arlington Social media rep

You’re welcome, Kurt.